© RIC
© RIC
Æ Nummus - Leo I Nicomedia
| Bronze | 0.91 g | 9 mm |
| Issuer | Eastern Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Leo I (457-474) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 457-474 |
| Currency | Solidus (330-476) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 0.91 g |
| Diameter | 9 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#381951 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion, standing left, head right, within a wreath; star above.
Script: Latin
Lettering: NIC
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Emperor Leo I on one side and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the Empire's military victories during his reign.
